In the Scriptures, there are passages talking about the weak in faith. Indeed, they need strengthening, but without the preaching of the Truth, no matter how much they wish to love God, they will never be blessed. Without the sermon of faith, the Truth will never manifest, and without it, man will not open his heart. Religious teaching only serves to cause frustration to the lost. However, when we are strengthened in Christ, we see the Savior perform wonders!

      The Lord has the way out for the weak. Therefore, we must declare that we are strong. Just the fact of having Him with us awakens an inner strength that we didn't even know existed. The deceiver leads man to confess negative words that are contrary to the Bible, since the enemy knows the power of the Word and the transformation it brings about in us. Well, positive confession nullifies any negative feeling. Believe in the Lord!

       Whoever agrees with God is strengthened and achieves victory. Individuals who despise divine instruction suffer for agreeing with the lie that the devil has plotted against them. While the enemy invents lies against you, the Lord declares truths to fill you with the power and virtue that will change your life. The Most High knows the power that will transform you into a victor if you confess the Word.

       Paul showed that not always are the preachers of the Gospel strong, but even so, they will be used by God to lift up His people. We cannot accept the lies of the devil, for they make us retreat from the divine purpose. When the evil one tries to deceive us, we must move forward and confess that we are more than conquerors (Romans 8:37). Even when we feel weak or strong, that perception matters little, because when the Holy Spirit moves in us, we know how to overcome crises.

       Both the church ministry and the members must walk toward perfection in order to encourage and strengthen Christians. In the children of God, the Holy Spirit dwells, and if provoked, will stir within us for our good. Our transformation will strengthen the entire church, generating a movement among the brethren to achieve the best of this life. Therefore, do not let yourself be led by the devil so as not to anger the Lord!

       When the Israelites grew cold in faith, enemies would soon appear to take their harvest and bring oppression. Then, the chosen people prayed for the Most High to have mercy on them. Soon, the Most High would send one of the prophets, and he would deliver a message that would lift them up, defeating any attack from the enemy (Judges 6:1-10). In this case, the prophet ran through the territories of Israel with a single message. Gideon felt the call and freed his nation!

       It doesn't matter what people say, but rather what you feel is God's will to do for the sake of the church. Whoever believes has a strength greater than the others (verse 11-14). Those called by God soon stand out because of the anointing they carry. Believe, and the Lord will free you and your household to help the weak in faith!

In Christ, with love,

R. R. Soares